Sands China Celebrates Culinary Legacy and Creativity at ‘2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao’
(Macao, March 26, 2026) -Sands China Ltd. is giving its full support to the ‘2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao’ taking place until March 29 at Macau Fisherman’s Wharf; organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). The leading integrated resort operator is shining a spotlight on Macao’s gastronomic legacy along with offering visitors enticing experiences that merge the culinary arts with culture and travel. Participation in the annual festival reflects Sands China’s ongoing commitment to the promotion of Macao, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.
Held in collaboration with UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) cities, this year’s event features a new sub-venue at a pedestrian zone in the ZAPE district, which is hosting the Global Goodies Market. Sands China’s award-winning coffee expert, Hugo Fan, made the perfect cup there on March 21 as part of the beverage craftsmanship showcase. Visitors were able to sample coffee made from a selection of exquisite beans sourced from premium growing areas, including Yunnan, China, and the volcanic highlands of Boquete in Panama.
Returning festival features include the International Gastronomy Promenade and the City of Gastronomy Showcase. At the International Gastronomy Promenade, which brings together approximately 100 stalls offering delicacies from around the world, Sands China’s stylish blue and gold booth visually highlights Sands Lifestyle experiences, with delectable pastries and craft coffee available. Visitors who download the Sands Lifestyle app and register as a member will receive a special gift, and a 10 percent discount on purchases made at the booth.
Macao’s Flavour Story
Sands China’s chef collaboration event took place on March 24 at Chelsea Garden, a contemporary food hall in The Londoner® Macao. Chefs from two cities along the Maritime Silk Road, Macao and Quanzhou, came together to share and create. Jimmy Kong, Senior Chef, Chelsea Garden and Jason Cheong, Londoner Grand Banquet Kitchen Chef, prepared African chicken. This quintessential Macanese dish is a melting pot of Portuguese culinary tradition, Southeast Asian spices and African influences, a result of Portugal’s historical legacy in Macao, centuries of trade, and cross-continental exchange.
Joining them were guest chefs Hu Zeliang, Executive Chef, Quanzhou Grand Honor Hotel, and Zhang Zhiyong, Executive Chef, Fujian Lijiu Jiayan Hotel Management Co. Ltd, who presented Eastern jade dragon pearl, a traditional Fujianese dish inspired by the longan (also known as dragon’s eye) trees planted in an ancient temple in Quanzhou. The intriguing dish features Dongbi longans stuffed with prawn before being deep-fried to golden, crispy perfection. This year’s special guests were members of the Macau Association for Intellectual Development Services (MAIDS) and Sands Cares Ambassadors.
Finally, at the City of Gastronomy Showcase on March 25, Chef Kong showed festivalgoers how to make African chicken at a live cooking demonstration.
Photo caption: Sands China Ltd. is participating in the ‘2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao’ being held at Macau Fisherman’s Wharf until March 29, celebrating culinary legacy and creativity.
Photo caption: Sands China’s award-winning coffee expert, Hugo Fan, at the beverage craftsmanship showcase.
Photo caption: Sands China held a chef collaboration event with its culinary team, guest chefs, members of the Macau Association for Intellectual Development Services (MAIDS), and Sands Cares Ambassadors at Chelsea Garden.
Photo caption: Jason Cheong (left), Londoner Grand Banquet Kitchen Chef, and Jimmy Kong, Senior Chef, Chelsea Garden, at the City of Gastronomy Showcase.
